Film: "Jon Wilson, Founder of WoodenBoat, The Restorer's Journey."

Making its West Coast premiere, this documentary produced by Life on the Water is a cinematic portrait of Jon Wilson, the man who founded WoodenBoat magazine in 1974. Through Wilson’s passion for honoring and preserving the art of wooden boats, his magazine has rippled out and connected countless boating enthusiasts worldwide. His story is a triumphant one, about a man whose journey takes him from troubled beginnings to success and finding purpose and meaning in his life.

In conjunction with the screening of this 40-minute film, Jon Wilson and filmmaker Oleg Harencar will answer questions, and their discussion will also feature special guests Ron Holland, Hank Easom, Allan Olson, Milly Biller, with emcee Jeremy Fisher-Smith. 

Program begins at 7 p.m. Tickets.